Admin & Clerical Officer - Pre-Op

NHS; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Forest Hospitals Foundation Trust is seeking an Admin & Clerical Officer to support the Pre-Operative Assessment Unit. This role involves delivering high-quality administrative support in a dynamic environment, contributing to the efficient functioning of a vital healthcare unit.

Qualifications

• Previous or current administrative role experience is essential.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative and clerical support.
• Ensure smooth coordination of patient pathways and departmental activities.

Skills

Knowledge of a range of office procedures

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work to strict deadlines

Good organizational and office skills

IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Good general education

IT skills to RSA II, NVQ 2, or equivalent

Tools

NHS software such as Medway

Job description

Job summary

Are you a proactive, enthusiastic individual looking to contribute to the seamless operation of a Pre-Operative Assessment Unit? Sherwood Forest Hospitals Foundation Trust invites applications for the role of Admin & Clerical Officer within our dynamic Admin Team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to contributing to the efficient functioning of a vital healthcare unit. As an integral part of the team, you will provide high-quality administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth coordination of patient pathways and daily departmental activities.

Note: Not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. Please refer to the shortage occupation list here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - GOV.UK. Home Office guidance updated on 9th April may affect sponsorship eligibility for visa switches, even if the role is on the list.

Main duties of the job: Please see the attached detailed job description for full responsibilities.

About us

Thank you for your interest in this role. Sherwood is recognized nationally as an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are proud of our 5,500 colleagues and our accolades, including being named the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.

Our hospitals have received high ratings from the Care Quality Commission, with King's Mill Hospital rated Outstanding and Newark and Mansfield Community Hospitals rated Good. We are ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands for the past three years and third in England in 2020.

We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that nurtures wellbeing and offers development opportunities. We care for our colleagues as well as our patients, grounded in a culture of learning, compassion, and person-centered care. We invite you to join us.

Details

Date posted: 13 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,169 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 214-SRG-7112978

Job location: King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG17 4JL

Job description

Responsibilities include providing administrative support as detailed in the attached full job description.

Person Specification

Knowledge (Essential):

• Knowledge of a range of office procedures
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Ability to maintain office systems and procedures
• Good organizational and office skills
• IT literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desirable: Knowledge of NHS software such as Medway

Qualifications (Essential):

• Good general education
• IT skills to RSA II, NVQ 2, or equivalent

Desirable: ECDL

Further Training (Essential): Willingness to undertake relevant training as required

Experience (Essential):

• Previous or current administrative role experience

Desirable: NHS experience or experience with NHS software, customer service background

Contractual (Essential): Flexible approach

Note: This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Employer details

Name: Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: King's Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG17 4JL

Website: https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/